Marrowbones (Os à Moelle) with Red Onion and Fresh Herbs
Marrowbones are delicious and not just something you give to the dogs. It is a classic of the Paris Bistro scene and a symbol of […]
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How to Prepare a Consommé
Consommé is what chefs describe as a thin clear soup. It is to all intents and purposes a strong flavoured stock which has been cleared […]
Chinese Style Recipes Using Salmon
1. Steamed Salmon with Ginger and Scallions Ingredients 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz or 170 g each) 1 inch (2.5 cm) fresh ginger, julienned […]
Shortbread
Shortbread is an old Scottish baked biscuit which is traditionally made with one part white sugar, two parts butter and three parts flour which was […]
Boeuf Bourguignon
Boeuf bourguignon is an easy dish which makes fantastic use of beef. One of the French classic dishes and a casserole indeed, for a cold […]
How to Prepare Smoky Baked Beans
The idea behind smoky baked beans comes from turning this staple of the lunch and dinner table at home in the middle of the week […]
Leek And Potato Soup
A classic, easy to make soup for a hearty evening supper. Serve with croutons and garnish with watercress. This recipe makes the most of creamy […]
Preparing Beef Stroganoff
Beef Stroganoff makes a for a hearty meal. It is according to Wikipedia a Russian dish which involves sautéed pieces of beef served in a […]
How to Make The Great Indian Chutney
We look here at two classic chutneys from India. Most are used for Indian dishes as a dipping sauce. One of our favourites is tamarind […]
Chicken Caesar Salad
The classic Chicken Caesar salad. Roast chicken is ideal but the pieces need to come from a previous dinner. Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: […]
Pork Chops And What You Can Do With Them
Fortunately chops are still relatively cheap to buy and most of the recipes using them only take a half-hour at most. All these recipes are […]
The Strawberry Bavarois
The Bavarois is a dessert built around cream and usually fruit and uses gelatin to produce a firm shape. A famous example uses raspberries but […]
Bakewell Tart
The classic Bakewell tart is actually pudding which probably comes from this Derbyshire town in the UK but no-one really knows this. There is evidence […]
Timbale of Smoked Fish
If you are thinking of a suitable appetizer to grace any meal then a timbale, which is a small offering of fish or vegetables, or […]
Battered Cod and Chips with Minted Mushy Peas and Tartare Sauce
Battered cod and chips with minted mushy peas and tartare sauce is a beloved classic of British cuisine. This hearty and satisfying meal is perfect […]
Cheddar Cheese Croquettes
Croquettes are a delightful way of presenting various foods. Here’s a recipe for six delicious cheddar cheese croquettes. We also have a similar recipe for […]
Preparing the Classic Risotto
Truly the most famous of all rice dishes must be the risotto and not chow mein or pilaf although these hold great sway in their […]
Preparing Gazpacho Soup
Ingredients 1 cucumber, peeled and chopped 1 red pepper, deseeded and chopped 1 green pepper, deseeded and chopped 1kg ripe plum tomatoes, cored and chopped […]
Preparing a Fish Stock
A fish stock is an absolute requirement for any seafood dish that requires a strong sauce or a base for a soup, fish stew, various […]